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Abigail Williams lied about her involvement in witchcraft and the events that took place in Salem, claiming to have seen spirits and been attacked by witches to deflect blame from herself and to protect her reputation. She falsely accused several townspeople, including Elizabeth Proctor, of witchcraft to eliminate her competition for John Proctor's affection. Additionally, she fabricated stories about other girls engaging in witchcraft, further escalating the hysteria in Salem. These lies ultimately contributed to the tragic consequences of the Salem witch trials.

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